Question 32
Colonies of yeast fail to multiply in water but multiply in sugar solution. Give one reason for this.

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Colonies of yeast fail to multiply in water but multiply in sugar solution because sugar provides energy for sustaining all life activities in yeasts. In water, it fails to reproduce because of inadequate energy in its cells.

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Question 32 Colonies of yeast fail to multiply in water but multiply in sugar solution. Give one reason for this.

Colonies of yeast fail to multiply in water but multiply in sugar solution because sugar provides energy for sustaining all life activities in yeasts. In water, it fails to reproduce because of inadequate energy in its cells.

Question 32
Colonies of yeast fail to multiply in water but multiply in sugar solution. Give one reason for this.